Court Interpreter

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks related to providing language interpretation and translation for court proceedings to ensure due process as well as provide customer service and administrative/clerical support to non-English speaking visitors to the court to ensure fair and equal access to court services. The incumbent provides services under prescribed rules and regulations as provided. Duties include, but are not limited to: interpreting the spoken or written word form a source language to a target language; translating court evidence to a target language; coordinating interpretation services; translating customer service documents; and organizing and maintaining files and processing customer service-related paperwork.

Requirements

Knowledge of certified court interpretation methods.
Knowledge of Code of Professional Responsibility for Interpreters as created by the Georgia Supreme Court Commission on Interpreters.
Knowledge of the procedures and clerical duties as they pertain to the operation of a court.
Knowledge of the terminology used within the court system.
Strong face-to-face customer service and phone etiquette skill.
Skill in working under a minimum degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention to detail and tight deadlines.
Skill in utilizing basic productivity software, such as the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work with all types of personalities demonstrating a calm, patient and hospitable demeanor on a daily basis.
Ability to communicate in a confident and energetic manner.
Ability to display an approachable disposition.
Skill in handling and successfully completing multiple, sometimes conflicting, tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively with judges, supervisors, other staff members, the general public and other groups involved in activities associated with court operations and law enforcement.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively for purposes of electronic recording when carrying out required responsibilities within a courtroom.
Ability to establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers as well as representatives of other departments and agencies.
Ability to compile, organize, prepare, and maintain an assortment of records, reports, and information in an effective manner and according to court operations and regulations.
Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of professional court interpretation experience required, preferably in a high-volume court environment.
Proficient in both English and an alternative language as identified by the court (e.g. Spanish).
Current certification for language interpretation or must be conditionally approved through an eligible court interpreter commission or association per given guidelines (e.g. the Georgia Commission on Interpreters, or other state/federal commission or accredited association).
Fingerprinting required as a part of pre-employment onboarding. CJIS Security Policy v5-9-5.

Nice To Haves

preferably in a high-volume court environment

Responsibilities

Interpret court proceedings using necessary mode of interpretation (sight, consecutive and simultaneous).
Produces translations of documents such as official forms, public signs, notices, posters, form letters, and correspondence.
Collects, enters, and maintains records of court interpretation related information.
Follows all mandated certified court interpretation guidelines and ethical standards.
Advises and ensures the court follows best practices surrounding court interpretation guidelines and ethical standards.
Coordinates interpretation services for languages or communication styles not covered by incumbent's services.
May perform other duties as assigned.